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In a significant boost to rural infrastructure, the Benue State Government has initiated a collaborative program with local government council chairmen across all 23 Local Government Areas (LGAs) to construct 5 kilometers of roads in each LGA. This grassroots-focused initiative aims to improve connectivity, facilitate the movement of agricultural produce, and enhance economic activities in rural communities statewide.
The program underscores the administration’s commitment to equitable development, ensuring that even remote areas benefit from improved road networks. By partnering directly with LGA chairmen, the project promotes local ownership and efficient implementation, allowing councils to identify priority routes that address the most pressing needs of their constituents.
A notable milestone in the rollout was the official flag-off of road construction works in Kwande Local Government Area, marking the beginning of tangible progress under this scheme. Heavy machinery and construction teams have been mobilized, with workers on site laying foundations and grading sections to withstand the region’s terrain and weather conditions.
This 5km-per-LGA project forms part of broader infrastructure efforts by the state government, complementing ongoing larger-scale road developments across Benue. Residents have welcomed the initiative, viewing it as a direct response to long-standing calls for better access roads that link farms to markets and communities to essential services. As works progress in Kwande and extend to other LGAs, the program is expected to deliver lasting improvements in livelihood and mobility for thousands of Benue citizens.
